Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta
Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta marries crispy, salty pancetta with a velvety herb-and-lemon sauce that brightens each bite. Sweet peas and tender asparagus add fresh spring texture, while Pecorino brings a nutty finish. Serve for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed spring gathering when you want something rich yet fresh.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 29 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 50 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 27
- Heart Health
- 74
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 42
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Pour 2 tablespoons of the olive oil into a large pan and set the heat to medium. Add the diced pancetta and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pancetta is browned and most of the fat has rendered, 7 to 10 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 2
Remove some pancetta and set aside to garnish the top, if desired. If you like, pour off some of the excess pancetta fat from the pan, leaving at least 2 or 3 tablespoons.
- 3
Add the green onions and turn the heat to medium-low. Sauté the green onions for a few minutes to soften slightly, then turn off the heat and hold until the pasta is cooked.
- 4
While the pancetta cooks, bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and set a timer for 2 minutes less than the pasta’s recommended cooking time, or about 7 minutes for mezzi rigatoni. Stir occasionally.
- 5
Meanwhile, combine the parsley, basil, mint, garlic, lemon juice, and water in a blender jar or cup; blend in the blender or with an immersion blender until smooth. Set aside.
- 6
When the timer goes off, stir in the asparagus and peas and continue cooking for 2 minutes, or until the pasta is done to your liking. Use a strainer to transfer the pasta and vegetables to the pan with the pancetta.
- 7
Turn the heat to medium-low and pour in the herb mixture. Stir to combine. Season with salt and drizzle in about 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add about 1/4 cup pasta water and stir over medium-low heat until everything is hot.
- 8
Turn off the heat and stir in the cheese. Taste for seasoning and serve right away. Garnish with more cheese, the reserved pancetta, and additional sliced green onions.
- Calories 837.93 kcal High 42%
- Protein 41.87 g Good Source 84%
- Carbohydrate 77.27 g 28%
- Total Fat 40.03 g High 51%
- Saturated Fat 14.67 g High 73%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 57.5 mg Moderate 19%
- Sodium 1335.35 mg High 58%
- Dietary Fiber 8.09 g Good Source 29%
- Total Sugars 9.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.68 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 499.21 mg Good Source 38%
- Iron 6.02 mg Good Source 33%
- Potassium 522.77 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin A 209.49 mcg Good Source 23%
- Vitamin C 61.64 mg Good Source 68%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta is made with 14 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Asparagus, Fresh Basil, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 837.93 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta made of?
- The main ingredients are Asparagus, Fresh Basil, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Green Onion. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 837.93 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta healthy?
- Rigatoni Primavera with Pancetta has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 837.93 calories and 41.87 g of protein, or 84% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1335.35 mg (58% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 14.67 g (73% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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